Monday Mindfulness Reflection

On Mondays at noon we sit for a period of lightly guided mindfulness, followed by a brief reading and discussion. Currently we are working our way through Ladder to the Light by Steven Charleston. All are welcome, regardless of spiritual background or mindfulness experience.

Wednesday Books that Bring Us Together

A weekly gathering to read and discuss books that inspire, challenge and deepen our faith. Wednesday evenings at 5:30 pm.

January 7 - February 11: Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown

This book is also in preparation for our work with Braver Angels. It explores the importance of building strong relationships in the face of division and across differences.

Saturday Centering Prayer SEssion

Saturday mornings from 8:30 - 10:00 am we meet for time in contemplative prayer. We frequently read a book together or use prayers from various sources to inspire conversation about our life of faith.

Sundays with Braver Angels

Braver & Beloved: Practical Skills for Bridging Difference

Braver Angels is an organization dedicated to building a foundation in order to engage across differences to help our community and world live into wholeness, defying the polarization of our times. This is an opportunity to live into our witness as a community dedicated to strong relationship and the dignity of all.

Sunday January 18, 11:15 am: Introduction to Braver Angels Following Coffee Hour we’ll have a presentation by Braver Angels instructors about the organization and hopes for partnering with St. Matthew’s.
February 22, 11:15 am: Depolarizing Within A workshop designed to help us develop strategies for engaging in politics without demonizing the other side. Reflecting on the ways we have internalized polarization.
March 22, 11:15 am: Family and Politics A workshop to help build skills to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs.
April 19, 11:15 am: Third workshop with Braver Angels. Topic will be determined based on the needs and interests expressed in our congregation.

Worship Leader Training

If you are interested in how you can help during our church services by serving behind the communion rail, this ministry is for you! Periodic trainings are held for Intercessors and Chalice Ministers throughout the year.

Contact Rev. Amy for more information: rector@smecp.org

Baptism and Confirmation

Are you interested in being Baptized or Confirmed in the Episcopal Church? We’d love to be part of your journey!

Baptism is one of the two great sacraments of the Gospel (the other is the Eucharist we celebrate on Sundays). It is the sacrament by which God adopts us as his children and makes us Members of Christ’s Body, the Church. If you have never been Baptized, our Priest would be most happy to help you prepare.

Confirmation is a rite in which we express a mature commitment to Christ. If you’d like to be confirmed in the Episcopal Church, or if you’ve already been confirmed elsewhere and would like to be received formally by our Bishop, let our Priest know! We can help prepare you in time for the next visit from our Bishop.

Contact Rev. Amy, rector@stmattsparker.org